The Independent

 It is one of the most popular items sold at Costco but changes to the famed $4.99 rotisserie chicken have seen the big-box retail giant roasted by its customers.The retailer - despite selling 137 million rotisserie chickens in 2023 - has changed the packaging of the popular item. Previously the chickens were packaged in plastic “clamshell” containers, but now come in more environmentally friendly plastic food bags.The change was announced by Costco in March and has now been rolled out across most of its stores.Last month the company’s magazine, Costco Connections explained the change in packaging would save millions...

Costco makes major changes to its $5 rotisserie chicken...here is what to expect

My father has worked for a big-box grocery chain for more than 40 years, so I’m privy to a few supermarket strategies that average shoppers might not be aware of—like why children’s cereal “happens” to be stocked on shelves that meet their eye level. Still, I checked in with a food retail expert to get the inside scoop on why eggs and milk are always located at the back of the store. And the reasons are no coincidence.

The Sneaky Reason Eggs & Milk Are at the Back of the Grocery Store

The US Sun

SHOPPERS have had enough of having to show their receipts after checking out at retail or grocery stores. As stores such as Walmart and Target continue to ask customers to show their receipts after they checked out, customers are now posting on the social media platform Reddit to express their anger.  One post from a […]

Costco shoppers have to give staff receipt when leaving stores – but expert says Walmart shoppers have right to walk by

Customers can rescue surplus food from Whole Foods Market thanks to a new partnership with Too Good To Go offering discounted grocery bags.

Save on groceries, reduce food waste with new Whole Foods launch

WALMART customers are fuming over the store's new carts, claiming they're too large for shorter shoppers. A shopping cart is essential for any trip to Walmart. Select stores nationwide have rolled out new shopping carts with cupholders and even a spot to store phones while shopping. However, customers pointed out...

Walmart customers boycott store over new cart change claiming they ‘hurt’ your arms – and vow to shop at Publix instead

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Rotisserie chicken is a fast and easy way to add protein to your meal prep routine. According to the National Chicken Council, broiler chicken is the most widely consumed protein in the U.S. You can add chicken to everything from Caesar salads to frozen pizza to get more protein and make your meals more filling. Rotisserie chicken is flavorful due to the constant turning of the meat, which keeps it moist and tender and prevents the chicken from drying out.

The Best And Worst Rotisserie Chickens You Can Find At The Grocery Store

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

FinanceBuzz

The five-finger discount is still alive and well. Check out the most popular items people steal from grocery stores.

12 Most Popular Items People Steal from Grocery Stores

Consumers are still feeling the pinch at grocery stores, so it can feel extra good to get a freebie when you shop at your favorite supermarket. Several grocery chains around the country offer such freebies to shoppers. And there is no catch — you do not have to make a purchase to qualify for your gratis goodie.

6 Things You Can Get for Free at Grocery Stores

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As with every grocery store, there are always items you’d be silly to try and buy somewhere else, but there are also items better left on the shelf. Luckily, most of these grocery stores like Trader Joe’s, Costco, or Aldi have loyal super...

The 8 Worst Grocery Items At Aldi According To Superfans: 'Seriously Disgusting'

GOBankingRates

There probably aren't too many things, if any, you can buy in a convenience store that you can't get at Walmart or your local grocery store, where the product selection is more extensive, less money...

7 Things You Should Never Buy at a Convenience Store

Kentucky State

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Gov. Andy Beshear announced on Thursday the successful launch of a statewide drug operation by the Kentucky State Police (KSP) known as “Operation Summer Heat,” following a three-month investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings.

KSP’s Operation Summer Heat makes 206 drug trafficking arrests, saving lives in safer state

Anika Jindal

Grocery shopping can take a big bite out of your budget. However, some grocery stores in the US address this pain point. These stores employ clever strategies, from limited selections and private-label brands to bulk buying and warehouse layouts.

11 Cheapest Grocery Stores In The US

Florida State

L. Cane

If you live in Florida, you probably already know that a surge of chicken eateries have opened in the Sunshine State in recent months. Examples that I've written about are Big Chicken and Slim Chickens, as just a few examples.

Florida-Based Grocers Publix, Winn Dixie Top List Of The Best Grocery Store Fried Chicken

Coral Gables, FL

Edmond Thorne

Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

A WALMART shopper tried to rally others to boycott self-checkout with him. Self-checkout is a divisive topic among shoppers at Walmart. The retailer has recently increased the number of self-checkout kiosks at stores. Some customers love the convenience, but many have encountered long lines. Several customers also simply don’t want to scan all of their […]

‘Just say no people,’ fumes Walmart shopper over ‘purgatory’ caused by self-checkout policy

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Real Simple

Grab one quick before it flies off the shelves!

Aldi Released a Copycat of the Trader Joe’s Cooler Bag: How Does It Compare?

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The Rotten Secret Plaguing America’s Grocery Stores

We live on a planet where people still die of starvation, and yet we still waste so much food — it’s a problem, and not just...

The Rotten Secret Plaguing America’s Grocery Stores

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